Statement from Donald Ward Limited trading as WARD / Ward Recycling – 30/01/24

30 January 2024

Donald Ward, Operations Director, WARD

We understand that the Health and Safety Executive has announced the findings of an investigation and subsequent fine relating to a fatal accident at Ward Recycling in Hartlepool in 2020.

Donald Ward Limited, trading as WARD / Ward Recycling, is not in any way associated with the site at Windmere Road, Longhill Industrial Estate, where the incident took place and is a completely separate business entity.

Our thoughts and condolences are with the individual’s family during this difficult time.

For further details visit the Health and Safety Executive website: https://press.hse.gov.uk/2024/01/26/recycling-company-fined-after-worker-killed-by-loading-shovel/